Indie Founder

Nov 18 2024 343 ep. 28 mins 45

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My name is Tiago and I am a full time Indie Maker.

I build startups without any external investment and my goal is to perfect my entrepreneurial craft and reach $100K ARR (Annual Recurrent Revenue)

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#2.6 - Network Used To Be Awkward... Lets Talk About Websummit

Nov 18 2024 24 mins

I dive into the art of networking at conferences, focusing on my experiences at the Web Summit in Lisbon. Having attended for three years, I share tips on navigating the event, securing a media ticket, and making meaningful connections. I emphasize the importance of networking over attending talks, recounting my interactions with various companies, especially in the AI sector. I of

#2.5 - How Will Trump's Victory Impact Your Indie Businesses?

Nov 10 2024 27 mins

I dive into the potential impacts of Donald Trump's election victory on indie businesses, especially in the SaaS sector. I discuss the differences between the U.S. and European business environments, noting how higher purchasing power in the U.S. can benefit indie makers. I also touch on corporate tax rates, tariffs, and currency fluctuations. While I acknowledge some possible

#2.4 - How Your Ego Is Killing Your Business!

Nov 03 2024 31 mins

I dive into the importance of setting aside ego in both entrepreneurship and personal life. I share personal stories and lessons learned, emphasizing that being an entrepreneur is a lifestyle that shapes one's worldview. I talk about how different professions influence perspectives and highlight the value of self-belief and adaptability. I encourage focusing on problem-solving,

#2.3 - Elston's Indie Maker Journey Building Tiny Host

Oct 27 2024 81 mins

I chat with Elston, founder of Tiny Host. We dive into his journey as an indie maker, his early interest in web design, and the founding of Tiny Host. We discuss validating business ideas, building Tiny Host from an MVP to a user-friendly tool, and the importance of user feedback and market research. We also touch on scaling challenges and the differences between startups and indie

#2.2 - From Stagnation To Success - Podsqueeze Rebirth

Oct 20 2024 38 mins

I share the rollercoaster journey of my startup, Podsqueeze. I talk about our initial success, hitting a growth plateau, and the strategies we used to bounce back, like investing in SEO and launching new features. I dive into the emotional highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the importance of teamwork, and the challenges of maintaining motivation. I speak about the impact that Prod

#2.1 - New Name! New Product! New Season!

Oct 13 2024 25 mins

I discuss the evolution of my podcast and why It went from "The Wannabe Entrepreneur" to "Indie Founder." I introduce Flarecut, my new AI tool that helps create short videos. I reflect on its market reception so far and why it might be failing.MentionsPodsqueeze (00:06:41) - https://podsqueeze.comFlarecut (00:12:52) - https://flarecut.comAuto Shorts (00:16:16) - htt

#337 - The Most Misunderstood Path to Wealth and Success

Jul 09 2024 33 mins

In this episode, I dive into my latest thoughts on entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and productivity. I share exciting updates about my project, Podsqueeze, and my collaboration with João on a new product. I discuss the struggle of balancing work with personal life and question traditional metrics of productivity. We also touch on the culture of overworking and the importance

#336 - In Business Size Actually Matters!!

Jun 16 2024 33 mins

I talk about the importance of prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. I also discuss my main goal: becoming a better entrepreneur through continuous learning. You'll hear about my marketing strategies, especially focusing on Google SEO, and the challenges of growing a bootstrapped company. Plus, I reflect on the slow growth of Podsqueeze and the tough decisions aroun

#335 - My Most Embarrassing Mistake Ever

May 21 2024 26 mins

I made a mistake with my pricing, but I'm getting over it with some meditation. I'm also excited to go to a podcast conference in London to meet people and learn more.I talked about the importance of understanding business metrics to make good decisions, not just to look impressive. Also, AI is becoming a big deal in our field, and I'm watching how it affects mental hea

#334 - Interviewing Rob Walling About How Bootstrappers Get Rich

Apr 21 2024 93 mins

Here is my chat with Rob Walling, author of the SaaS Playbook. We delved into product pricing, focusing on value alignment rather than greed, and discussed strategic price increases to reduce churn and bolster marketing. Rob also shared when to start paid ads and how to create impactful content. He offered advice on assembling a team within budgetary limits and revealed that smart